Upcoming Workshop
Don’t Forget to Register!
The Vickie Belk Scholarship Foundation (VBSF) is excited to announce The Path to College & Beyond Workshop on February 21, 2026 that is designed to help students in grades 9 – 12 prepare for college and equip them with essential tools for success during their academic journey and beyond. The downloadable flyer below includes the information necessary to register for the workshop and/or apply for the VBSF Scholarship/VBSF Workshop Attendance Scholarship. This scholarship will be an early announcement of one of the scholarships awarded this year.
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Vickie L. Belk
The Vickie Lynn Belk Scholarship Foundation (VBSF) was created to honor Vickie Belk and to provide scholarships in her memory.
Vickie attended Minnie Howard Elementary School and graduated from T. C. Williams High School in 1969. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Education in 1974 from St. Augustine College in Raleigh, NC and she was a Management Analyst in the Office of Operations and Finance in the Department of Agriculture in Washington, D.C.
The role of the VBSF Board is to assist in raising funds for graduating seniors at Oakland Baptist Church (OBC) in Alexandria, VA and the District, Maryland and Virginia (DMV). Additionally, it provides opportunities that continue the legacy of Vickie Lynn Belk.
More than 100 scholarships have been awarded to the graduates of OBC and students in the DMV. Through this scholarship, Vickie’s love for education and the youth of OBC continues. Mrs. Maydell Belk, the mother of Vickie, is being honored for her work during the Civil Rights era.
Some of the Living Legends of the Oakland Baptist Church were acknowledged during a celebration on November 15, 2025 at the Hilton Hotel in Alexandria, VA. A summary of the event is shared by clicking on the link that follows. Celebrating Our Own Living Legends of Alexandria
2025 Recipients
Please join the Vickie Belk Scholarship Foundation (VBSF) in congratulating the 2025 Scholarship Recipients.
Back to School Bash, 2025!
The Vickie Belk Scholarship Foundation proudly continues its commitment to uplifting students of Oakland Baptist Church as they prepare for a new school year. The annual Back to School Bash brought joy and encouragement to the participating students and families on Sunday, August 17, 2025, in the welcoming A. R. Preston Fellowship Hall.
We wish you all the best as you go back to school!
Anonymous Donation
We are thrilled to share that the Vickie Belk Scholarship Foundation (VBSF) has received a generous anonymous donation of $25,000! The donor’s instructions included awarding each scholarship recipient this year an additional $5,000. This donor also gave $5,000 to the VBSF this year.
Each recipient will receive $6,500 — that is $5,000 from the donor and $1,500 from VBSF.
We Are Grateful for This Incredible Donation!
The “Path to College” Workshop
The “Path to College” Workshop was held Saturday, February 22, 2025 at the Oakland Baptist Church in Alexandria, Virginia. Participants were given valuable information on how to find and apply for scholarships. Pastor Larry Fox lead with an opening prayer. The panelists were: LaMont Jones, Ed.D. and Amos Jones, Esq. The moderator for this event was Iburia Hall-Haynes, Ph.D. An update on the programs and purpose of the Vickie Belk Scholarship Foundation (VBSF) was given by Aprile Belk, Chair of VBSF.
Some of the Board members in attendance were Aprile Belk, Chair, Lena Rainey, Vice-Chair, Karen Terrell- Hargrove, Secretary, Isaac King, Treasurer, Leonardine Coffman, Lesa Moore, Pearl Parrish, and Nicole Price. The current Board has served for more than 20 years.
A special “Thank You” to everyone who supported the event.
Update On Vickie Lynn Belk Case
Best Wishes 2024 – 2025 VBSF Scholarship Recipients
We Are So Proud of You! The VBSF is so proud of the 2024 Scholarship Recipients. The ten (10) recipients had a 3.0 Grade Point Average or better, received honors and awards, and have been involved in the church and community in meaningful ways.
Congratulations Jadah Martin – 2025
Make Checks Payable to:
Vickie Belk Scholarship Foundation
Mail Checks to:
Vickie Belk Scholarship Foundation
3408 King Street
Alexandria, VA 22302
Donate online by clicking below:
https://vickiebelkfoundation.org/donate-to-the-scholarship-fund/
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!
We have faith that all recipients will do great things. The Vickie Belk Scholarship Foundation and the Board of Directors wish all recipients continued success.
Vickie Belk Scholarship Foundation® is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit organization.
Contributions to the Vickie Belk Scholarship Foundation® may be tax-deductible
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Iburia Hall-Haynes, Ph.D., Web Designer & Consultant
We thank GOD and those who were instramental in allowing this to happen so soon.
OBC and the Vickie Belk Scholarship Commitee, On behalf of the Belk Family we thank you for keeping Vickie’s legacy alive. This foundation is a blessing and a great way to expand access to the scholarship.
Vickie Belk Scholarship Committee,
Congratulations on reaching such a significant milestone in scholarship awards. You and your team have earned every bit of recognition coming your way.
VBSC achievement is a testament to the talent, passion, and hard work. Keep up the great team work! I’m so impressed and proud the dedication and commitment to achieving goal.
KOOL BEANS!
LarryH
Congratulations to all the 2024 VBS recipients and to the donors who continue to keep Vickie’s legacy alive.
Judy Belk